Things I neglected to say out loud

Overthinking 101: You replay a moment or a situation in your mind for far too long, and usually, by the time you figure out what you really think about that moment, or the best reply you want to give to a person, the moment has passed. And sometimes, it won’t return. So today, I’m giving myself a little bit of closure. So many people I’ve once known are no longer a part of my life, for so many reasons. Some make me sad; some make me glad, and some are just a little bit unfinished. Today, I want to take a stab at finishing those incomplete chapters.

These are for the people no longer in my life, I know you’ll never read these, and I know I can’t ever go back and say these things to any of you, but it’s time I say them here anyway.

R-you were a friend when I needed one. We were there for each other when we needed a friend the most. I know we’ve gone our separate ways, but I believe we should really be proud of the people we’ve become, we’ve both come so far.

M-you were an awful teacher, the worst I’ve ever had. I have had the privilege of being taught by so many amazing teachers since you, and ironically, thanks to you, I will forever know and appreciate the value of a wonderful teacher. I hope you’ve come to realize that ruling by fear isn’t the answer. I hope your current students are having a better experience in the classroom today.

M-I said no. And I said no again. And again. Hope you’ve finally got the message.

J-you inspired me then, and you inspire me now. Hope you’re doing okay wherever you are, and that you’re happy. You really deserve to be.

N-Thanks for teaching me so much I needed to learn.

And on a lighter note, I now always order a medium pizza instead of a regular one. What can I say…you were right.

M-You were proof that sometimes help comes in the most unexpected and surprising ways. Thanks for that.

J-You’re one of the nicest and happiest people I’ve ever met. Stay the same; the world needs more people like you

N-Talk about a lousy friend.Thanks for reminding me some people aren’t worth investing in.

S-You’re a fantastic teacher. You taught me everything about the craft, but it’s the life lessons I’ll always carry with me. Thank you.

S-I was enchanted to meet you too.

L-Thank you for showing me what brave looks like.

V-Thank you. I could not say it then; it can’t be said enough now